MA(N|CHINE)

Four percussionists, modified bass drums and various drum robots investigate the relationship between man and machine in the transdisciplinary work MA(N|CHINE) by Zeno van den Broek. In the characteristically pared-down yet intense minimalistic visual and musical style of this acclaimed maker, performers from the digital domain enter into dialogue with those of flesh and blood. An overwhelming exploration of the area of tension that exists between the algorithmic and the human in composition and performance.

Visuals & composition: Zeno van den Broek
Commissioned & performed by: Slagwerk Den Haag
Recorded by NTR on 07-06-2022. https://www.2metersessies.nl/2022/06/slagwerkdenhaag-npo2extra/